MOROCCAN ODYSSEY PRIVATE TOURS 12 DAYS
Overview
- Day 01 : Casablanca arrival- rabat
- Day 02 : rabat – tanger
- Day 03 : tetouan – chefchaoun
- Day 04 : volubilis – meknes – fes
- Day 05 : fes guided tour
- Day 06 : fes – shara desert luxury camp
- Day 07 : toudra – dades gorges – skoura
- Day 08 : ouarzazate – ait ben haddou
- Day 09 : marrakech
- Day 10 : marrakech – essaouira
- Day 11 : el jadida – casablanca
- Day 12 : casablanca depart
- 1 night in Rabat
- 1 night in Tangier
- 1 night in Chefchaouen
- 2 nights in Fes
- 1 night in Merzouga (sahara desert camp)
- 1 night in Skoura
- 2 nights in marrakech
- 1 night in Essaouira
- 1 night in Casablanca
Visites
- Visiting the largest mosque of Africa, Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Modern Capital and Historic City of Rabat.
- Visiting Cap Spartel, Cave of Hercules, Medina of Tangier.​
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Medina of Tetouan.
- Visiting World Famous Blue City, Chefchaouen and its highlights.
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Archaeological Site of Volubilis.
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Historic City of Meknes.
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Medina of Fez.
- Overnight stay at Luxury Desert Camp at Sahara Desert & Camel Ride.
- Visiting the Biggest Gorge of Morocco, Todra and beautiful Skoura Palm Oasis.
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ksar Ait Benhaddou.
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Medina of Marrakech.
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Medina of Essaouira.
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritahe Site, Portuguese City of Mazagan, El Jadida.
- Fairwell Dinner at famous Rick's Cafe at Movie Casablanca.
Itinerary Details
Day 1: Casablanca Arrival – Rabat
Upon arrival in Casablanca, Morocco’s largest metropolis and its commercial hub, your private driver will greet you at the airport. Depending on your arrival time, you will visit the stunning Hassan II Mosque, the huge building is part on land and part on ocean and can accommodate 25,000 worshipers; its minaret stands as the tallest religious structure in the world. Then, head to the Moorish city of Rabat, capital of Morocco for overnight stay.
Day 02 : Rabat – Tangier
This morning, you will visit Royal Palace – official residence of King, the Mohammed V Mausoleum, dedicated to the founder of modern Morocco. Explore the Mauresque-style Hassan Tower and Oudaya Kasbah, along with its scenic Andalusian garden. After Rabat exploration, you will head towards Tangier to visit the Cave of Hercules, the Cape Spartel and Phoenician Tombs. Also you will have nice opportunity to take pictures of Europe from continent Africa. End of the day, you will wander around Old Medina of Tangier.
Day 03 : Tetouan – Chefchaouen
Today you will visit UNESCO-listed old medina of Tetouan and having orientation walk around. Afternoon you will discover the vividly blue-colored small town of Chefchaouen which nestles in the hollow of the two mountains; Ech-Chaoua (The Horns) from which it takes its name. Steep narrow streets with white and indigo limewashed buildings, small squares, ornate fountains and houses with elaborately decorated doorways and red tile roofs make this a delightful town.
Day 04 : Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
Journey overland to explore Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to some of the best-preserved & impressive Roman ruins in North Africa. Your guide will escort you on a walk around 2000 year old ruins; the Capitoline Temple, Basilica, Roman Baths, Triumphal Arch, Houses & Palaces which adorned with beautiful mosaics. Upon completing this glimpse into antiquity, proceed to Imperial City-Meknes to explore the most beautiful gate of Bab Mansour, Royal Stables, Agdal Reservoir and Old Medina. Head to Fez for overnight stay.
Day 05 : Fes guiding tour
Begin the day by exploring Fez el-Bali (Old Fez), the cultural heart of Morocco. Founded in the 8th century by Moulay Idriss I, this imperial capital was a renowned center of medieval learning with its Al-Attarine Madrasa, Bou Inania Madrasa and Al-Karaouine University. Stroll the lanes and souks of the labyrinthine old quarter, and visit the Blue Gate, the Nejjarine Square, the Tanneries. Also, see the Royal Palace and Jewish Mellah in Fez el-Jadid (New Fez).
Day 06 : Fes – Sahara desert
Leave Fez behind and travel into the desert dunes of Sahara, passing through berber villages, endless date palm plantations and the spectacular snow-capped Atlas Mountains en route. Late afternoon you will settle into the luxury desert camp in Merzouga. The stunning reddish-hued sand dunes can reach up to 500 ft high, creating an otherworldly landscape. Enjoy your camel ride around 45 minutes during sunset. Then, return to your camp for a traditional dinner before a campfire. Slumber tonight in comfort, as the sounds of the desert .
Day 07 : Toudra – Dades – Skoura
After breakfast, drive to Todra Gorge known as the ‘Grand Canyon of the Sahara’, a massive trench that rises over 300 metres to form one of the most dramatic and breathtaking natural sights in Morocco. The limestone stacks make a perfect area for hiking, and so today you will take a short walk through the sheer cliffs. En route, you will see the dry, rugged Dades Valley that is dotted with oases of figs, olives, date palms and castellated mud houses hugging the slopes. Continue to Skoura, is a fertile oasis lined with immense palm groves that provide great views of the Atlas Mountains. Explore the famous Kasbah Amridil, it is featured on the Moroccan banknotes.
Day 08 : Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
Today head towards the road of a thousand Kasbahs to Ouarzazate, it is known as Hollywood of Africa, such as Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, Star Wars having been filmed here. Then visit the fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Ksar of Aït Benhaddou, one of the finest examples of South Moroccan architecture, boasting one of Morocco’s well-preserved kasbahs. Your journey continues via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka pass and observing everyday life in remote rural towns to the ochre-coloured city of Marrakesh.
Day 09 : Marrakech Guiding Tours
Today, begin to unearth the secrets of Marrakech, starting in the medina, the old walled section of city that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at its architectural jewels, including the soaring Koutoubia minaret. Then, visit beautiful Bahia Palace, home to the grand vizier of Sultan in the early 19th century. Afterward, enjoy Jardin Majorelle, a picturesque garden created by French painter Jacques Majorelle and later restored by design legend Yves Saint Laurent. Explore the Djemaa el-Fna, Marrakech’s main square, which is filled with food stalls and vendors, along with fire-eaters, magicians, snake charmers and street musicians performing at every turn. You may also wish to wander the city’s fabled, labyrinthine souks.
Day 10 : Essaouira Excursion
Venture to the west coast of Morocco to reach the laid-back fishing town of Essaouira, is an alluring, unspoilt destination with a tangible North African feel. After checking into your hotel, why not spend the afternoon navigating the narrow alleyways, exploring the UNESCO-listed medina, the walled Jewish Quarter and Skala fortress or maybe just relaxing on the beach? In the evening, you could try the mouth-watering seafood at port.
Day 11 : Essaouira – El jadida – Casablanca
After breakfast head toward Casablanca along the coastline of the Atlantic Ocean to the gorgeous medina of El Jadida. The Portuguese built a port here, called Mazagan in the list of UNESCO World Heritage, to protect their ships following the African coast. Visit the citadel and see the underground cistern before you reach Casablanca. You may have your fairwell dinner at famous Rick’s Cafe.
Day 12 : Casablanca departure
Transfer to Casablanca Mohammed VÂ Airport .
Inclusions
Accommodation : 11 night’s in hotels boutique riad,luxury camp, kasbah .
Meals : 11 breakfast, 2 dinner
Transport : Mercedes Benz VITO or Toyota Land Cruiser PRADO.
                    Included diesel & tolls & parkings with English speaking professional driver.
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Included activites
- Airport Transfers
- Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque
- Guided Tour of Chefchaouen
- Guided Tour of Volubilis
- Guided Tour of Fez
- Camel Ride at Sunset in Sahara Desert
- Guided Tour of Kasbah Amridil
- Guided Tour of Marrakech
Excluded
- Tip to driver, local guides, hotel and restaurant staff
- Not listed meals on itinerary and all drinks
- Personal Expenses
- Optional activities
